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Some tools you hide back in the shed once you’re done using them, so they don’t clutter up the garden. But this handcrafted tote box carries enough rustic charm that you might just find yourself leaving it out where people can see. Craftsman Beau Lyday builds each one from solid wood with faceted outer panels, and finishes them with durable milk paint, but he also understands that he is building a working tool. The crates are built for strength and long enough to carry tools or even potted plants in need of transplanting. The removable handle does double duty as a welded steel garden rake. Any tool needs occasional care, and this box maintains its appearance best if given an occasional rub of wax to resist stains and water spots. If cared for well, this crate might just carry you through years of gardening to come. Rake made in China; tote handmade in Valdese, North Carolina.

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Care: wipe with a damp cloth. Milk paint will water spot if not waxed, apply pasted wax as needed.

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Beau Lyday

Beau Lyday lives in an 1800's farmhouse in North Carolina. It was built by hand and has withstood the test of time. The patience and craftsmanship is remarkable and serves as his inspiration. "I let this spirit guide me in my work".

"With every piece I make I take my time. pondering over each piece of wood, figuring how best to cut it for its beauty and character. Using old-time skills I build my pieces to be long lasting, functional and pleasing".

My mom just received this and said it was "hands-down" the best piece of gardening equipment she has ever received. She is a stickler for detail, and noticed all the attention that went into this. Little things like the grain of the wood all going in the same direction and the end finishing of the wood blew her away. You can tell the craftsman who made this thought about all of these details and it shows in the final product. Thanks again for such a perfect gift!

I purchased this for my wife as an auxiliary Anniversary gift. It sort of remineded me of an old carptenters tool box. She absolutly loves it. It is a very unique gift that would be used in her gardens. Not to big but big enough to carry her tools as well as flowers. Something that looks good and is very functional.

I don't garden but this would look darling on my back porch at my mountain cabin filled with some plants. Love it!

Amy

I love the tool box tote it is functional and well designed.

DoreenVote: Thumbs up!

I love the design except, I can't tell whether the rake is permanently attached or it's meant to be used in the garden. If it's attached, I'd consider purchasing this. If it's not, I'm afraid I'd pick it up and the rake would spin.

PatriciaVote: Thumbs up!

Fun and practical.

connie l Vote: Thumbs up!

That is a nice toolbox

joVote: Thumbs up!

like that the handle looks like it could be used in the dirt too. multi-purpose :)

CarolVote: Thumbs up!

Love it! It's beautiful and not 'cutesy.'

TannaVote: Thumbs up!

love the design! this would look great on my fireplace hearth or on the porch with pots of herbs.

IleneVote: Thumbs down!

Ugh! Tha spade thingy looks menacing!

TannaVote: Thumbs up!

love the design and the handle gives it a unique touch!

Elizabeth

Simple and functional. Love it!

ReneeVote: Thumbs up!

I love this idea and the design makes me wish i was a gardener! unfortunate that I have black thumbs.

ChristineVote: Thumbs up!

Love it! Great for the gardener!

KathyVote: Thumbs up!

Beautiful and functional.

Diane

I LOVE THIS, it is so unique, and useful, and so pretty. what a fabulous idea, making use of the rake for a handle. It's always so hard to carry the rake and the tool caddy, now it's all in one. Love it!

PattyVote: Thumbs up!

I love this wooden tool box. I will keep it forever.

Gerrie

Like the classic style of the box.

LyndseyVote: Thumbs up!

Clever and classic!

TorieVote: Thumbs up!

looks handy

Joyce Vote: Thumbs up!

Love the style and design. Very practical and useful.

MarshaVote: Thumbs up!

lovely to look at, handy to use

DebbieVote: Thumbs up!

Very cleaver AND handy!

joshVote: Thumbs up!

i think this is a wonderful idea.

beau

HI Doreen, The rake is not attached. This allows the tote to blance side to side no matter what yopu are toting. Thanks for the comment and vote

beau

Hi Jo,
Yes the rake is a real tool with welded steel teeth and a wood handle. Just the right size for cultivating around small plants. beau

beau

Hi Ilene,
Maybe a small hoe would work better for you. Thanks for the comment, beau

Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator

Thanks for all the votes and comments, everyone! And, special thanks to the designer, Beau Lyday, for jumping in with the answers to some of those voter questions!

Rhea

It looks great.

Sara Vote: Thumbs down!

It looks heavy even empty.

aaronVote: Thumbs down!

feel like i have seen this many times before

beau

Hi Sara,
The tote weighs less than 5 lbs, including the rake.

YourWelcomeDoor

Clever use for a handle, could be decorative or functional!

patVote: Thumbs up!

A today take on a yesterday item.

RobynVote: Thumbs down!

Always the chance of hurting someone with those tines

LYNNVote: Thumbs up!

Love the idea and the heart felt story behind it. Great Job.

SharonVote: Thumbs up!

The plan is great. To store all items you may need including seeds or bulbs. pack your box for the day and save the time of going in and out for what else I may need. It"s all in myn tool box.

Nala

Very nice, functional, dual purpose, and attractive. A great gift for any gardener.